Your camp guide

Summer & day camps

Small adventures. Big summer memories.

From your first idea to a camp that works.

Follow 30 chapters written for summer & day camps. Work through the book in order, or find the answer you need today.

Working guide · Editorial and specialist review pending. How to use this book

Part 1 · Chapters 1–3

Start with families, school breaks and hours people can count on.

Part 2 · Chapters 4–6

Check local rules, arrival routes, indoor space and daily capacity.

Part 3 · Chapters 7–9

Work out startup costs, weekly fees and the cost of early and late care.

Part 4 · Chapters 10–14

Prepare staff, bookings, child protection and each child's support.

Part 5 · Chapters 15–24

Plan the week, activities, weather changes, trips and safe handovers.

Part 6 · Chapters 25–30

Write clear terms, welcome families and learn from each week.

15 planning sheets, checklists and sample messages to copy and adapt.

Work out costs, arrange your team and build your camp schedule.

Make a nature colour map. Build a cardboard town.

Short planning guides, a sample day and things to bring.